Maintenance Operative

Job description

Job responsibilities

Day to Day Duties

Maintenance:

Undertake maintenance tasks for all Hospice premises as per the maintenance schedule.

Complete the weekly, monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual compliance tasks and record findings and dates when completed.

Painting and decorating of designated areas of all Hospice premises.

Undertakes the electrical testing and record keeping of all portable appliances on an annual basis. Carryout minor electrical work which does not require to be undertaken by a qualified electrician e.g. replacing of plugs and damaged socket fronts, and inspecting damaged cables.

Support with maintaining the general upkeep and tidiness of the grounds, including dustbin and car parking areas. Supervise and assist the volunteer gardeners where necessary.

Participate in on-call rota for the maintenance team which involves covering one week in three (24 hours seven days a week).

Greet and accompany any visiting maintenance personnel for service contracts ensuring work is completed to the expected standards. Feeding back any findings to the Facilities Manager. Ensure RAMS are provided and relevant work permits are issued.

Assist with portering services and the moving of tables and chairs and with car parking duties.

Check the oxygen bottle supply levels daily and order additional oxygen supplies through the Facilities Administrator as required.

Driving:

To drive Hospice vehicles as directed for collections/deliveries in relation to Hospice business and operations, some examples are given below:

blood samples, medical notes

fetching and transporting Medical Devices

collecting of drugs and medicines in line with control of drugs procedure

banking for Finance and Fundraising Depts

General:

Maintain an awareness of all relevant legislation and Hospice policies/procedures and act in accordance with them.

Maintain an awareness of personal responsibilities as defined by the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, thus maintaining a safe working environment.

Through the appraisal system and in conjunction with your manager identify personal and professional development needs. Participate in suitable training courses and mandatory training within the Hospice as identified and required.

Other Responsibilities:

To undertake any other duties, commensurate with the role as required by the Hospice.

To act as an ambassador of the Hospice, maintaining honesty, integrity and trustworthiness at all times.

The post holder will be expected to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.

The post holder will ensure that they are aware of and apply health and safety and fire precautions.

The post holder will ensure that clinical risk management and safeguarding procedures and relevant good practice guidelines are followed at all times.

The post holder is to ensure data protection is maintained at all times.

The post holder will be flexible in terms of working hours in order to meet service needs.

The post holder will support the Hospice as required, across the range of duties as appropriate within the grading of this post. In the context of rapid and ongoing change within the Hospice, the above responsibilities represent the current priorities and requirements for the post. These priorities will develop and evolve over time. Any significant changes will be the subject of full communication and consultation with the post holder.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role
• Be able to diagnose plumbing and heating issues
• Handyman experience preferred
• Experience with Joinery Works
• Experience with Electrical Works

Desirable

• Experience working in a plumbing trade

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy (GCSE) grade 5 and above

Desirable

• Health and Safety qualification
• Recognised qualification in plumbing

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Be able to diagnose plumbing and heating issues
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to read and work with schematic drawings
• Holds a full clean driving licence with access to own vehicle
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact appropriately with patients, visitors, staff and suppliers
• Proactive approach and willingness to take initiative

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospice

Address

104-106 Church Street

Gawber

Barnsley

S75 2RL

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospice.org/ (Opens in a new tab)